Description

In pristine condition, this Essex Chateau by Toll Brothers features 4 bedroom 2.1 bath and a 3 car garage. Located in the convenient & very desirable community of Hockessin Chase, this quality built home sits graciously on a corner lot with lush professional landscaping that offers elegant curb appeal. The welcoming hardwood flooring entrance is filled with ample natural light by the 2 story foyer and expansive upper glass. The spacious entrance also features custom millwork, a two story turned staircase and is adjacent to both a private study, as well as a private formal living room. The spacious formal living room & den, both offer tall arched windows adding to the exterior’s stately appearance while adding the 9’ rooms addition natural light. The living room features a coffered ceiling in addition to extensive custom millwork. The living room flows seamlessly past two columns into the spacious dining room. Solid hardwood flooring encompasses the entrance foyer and throughout the kitchen and nook. New quality carpet is featured in the den, living and dining rooms. Meticulously maintained over the past 14 years, this home features an expansive eat-in kitchen that includes 42" maple cabinetry, large custom granite island with built in gas cook-top, dual wall ovens and an adjacent breakfast nook. The kitchen also features recessed lighting, a pantry and desk area. The kitchen is center to both the formal dining room and the grand two story family room that boast a floor to ceiling stone fireplace (with natural gas insert), vaulted ceiling with two sky lights, a 2nd staircase and overlooks the spacious rear deck. In addition, just off the kitchen nook is a spacious laundry/mud room providing access to the three car garage. The expanded second floor may be accessed from either the front turned staircase or the rear stairs, which is off of the family room. The large master bedroom features a tray ceiling, crown molding and two large walk-in closets. The ensuite bathroom features ceramic tile, vaulted ceilings w/ skylight, accent lighting, dual vanity sinks, Jacuzzi tub and separate shower. The hardwood hallway also provides access to three additional spacious bedrooms all with more than ample closets and additional storage, as well as a beautiful tile hallway bath, also with a double bowl vanity. There are street lights and sidewalks throughout the community & community tennis courts. Please see feature sheet for more upgrades and improvements.

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This report is a detailed community overview for Hockessin(19707), Delaware.

Community Quick Facts

Daytime population in this area: 13,886

Average travel time to work for people in this community: 26

Average salary of people in this community: $56,906

Closest Major Airport: New Castle

Closest Major Sports Teams: Wilmington Blue Rocks (A)

Community Summary

Population Growth (since 2010): 2.22%

Population Density (ppl / mile): 1,300

Household Size (ppl): 2.74

Households w/ Children: 34%

Annual Residential Turnover: 5%

Housing Inventory

Owned: 5,488 (87.1%)

Rented: 622 (9.9%)

Vacant: 190 (3.0%)

Total: 6,300

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Total: 17,160

Households: 6,110

Median Age: 48.34

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

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Education

The Community Educational Index chart is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. Factors used in creating the index below are income, educational achievement, and occupation of persons within the selected ZIP code. Since this index is based on the population of an entire Zip code, it may not reflect the nature of an individual school.

Educational Climate Index: 4 (1 = Low, 5 = High)

Highest Level of Education Attained

Less than 9th Grade: 1.7%

Some High School: 1.7%

High School Graduate: 13.3%

Some College: 14.1%

Associate Degree: 5.3%

Bachelor's Degree: 35.6%

Graduate Degree: 28.3%

Workforce

White Collar: 52%

Blue Collar: 48%

Income by dollar range

Median Income: $115,217

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Studio: $830

One Bedroom: $1,003

Two Bedroom: $1,210

Three Bedroom: $1,502

Four Bedroom: $1,659

Crime

The Crime Index compares the risk or probability of future occurrence of certain types of crime in this community as compared to the national average.
The national average for each type of crime equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.